GRE Word List

AMALGAM

a mixture of different elements

The meaning of the word amalgam is a mixture of different elements.

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WordMeaning
dupeone that is easily deceived or cheated : fool
rebusa representation of words or syllables by pictures of objects or by symbols whose names resemble the intended words or syllables in sound
domicilea dwelling place : place of residence : home
profaneto treat (something sacred) with abuse, irreverence, or contempt : desecrate
unequivocalleaving no doubt : clear
lilliputianof, relating to, or characteristic of the Lilliputians or the island of Lilliput
sonicutilizing, produced by, or relating to sound waves
obstreperousmarked by unruly or aggressive noisiness : clamorous
mementosomething that serves to warn or remind
conclusiveof, relating to, or being a conclusion